As the electric vehicle (EV) sector continues to expand at an unprecedented rate, with EVs predicted to account for over 30% of new vehicles sold in the U.S. and Europe by 2025, it is imperative for all sorts of businesses to consider how they might join the new fueling network.
Azardio’s great expertise in designing EV charging stations have taught us what constitutes a good site layout. Before you begin, you must ensure that you have a thorough understanding of what to prepare for.
Fortunately, Azardio has a knowledgeable team that is on a mission to construct a wide network of charging stations around the globe.
1. How Much Electricity Will You Require?
One of the initial tasks in EV charging installation is ensuring the facility has an adequate electrical supply. Your charging partner and utility can assist you to estimate and request the type of electrical service and amount of electricity from your utility based on your location and expected volume of EV charging.
Even if you do not intend to install a significant number of chargers immediately, you may wish to invest in the proper electrical service and subterranean infrastructure to prevent having to excavate again in the future to boost capacity.
2. How Much Available Area Do You Have For Infrastructure?
In addition to considering your electrical needs, you need also examine the quantity of available space at your location and its proximity to other infrastructure. Consider where you will place new electrical panels, remote power cabinets, conduit runs, and charging stations as your business expands to serve and provide fuel for a larger number of vehicles. You need to assess your site-level planning, location selection, and space management.
3. What Accessibility Laws Exist In Your Area?
Ensure that you are aware of the accessibility standards of the jurisdiction in which you are installing DC fast charging. In certain instances, you will need to provide proper access aisles and clear passageways from at least one of your charging stations into a convenience shop.
Consider installing wheelchair-accessible charging stations, fixing curbs, and removing trip hazards to guarantee safe and convenient consumer flow. You should understand and navigate accessibility regulations so that your EV charging stations are accessible to everyone.
4. How Can I Make It Easy To Find And Use My Chargers?
Lighting and signage are important considerations for charging locations. If you already sell gas, you probably have these in place for your gas-fueling forecourt. EV charging stations should be equipped with LED lighting to make them easy to find and use once a driver is on site.
Even better, you can make it easy for drivers to find your location through mobile apps, in-dash integration with many vehicles, and integration with Apple Maps and Google Maps.
5. How Will You Serve Both Passenger And Commercial Vehicles?
Passenger and commercial vehicle EV adoption is expanding at an exponential rate. As larger EVs visit your facility, evaluate if you would like to enable access to EV charging stations for all vehicle types.
The configuration of your site will rely on the sorts of vehicles you wish to charge and the location of the charging outlets. Pulling or backing into a parking space is the optimal maneuver for the majority of passenger automobiles.
Azardio Offers Optimal Solutions
Azardio has embarked on the task of building a global network of charging infrastructure for electric car users in various regions across the globe. These charging points will be spread throughout several countries.
For more details about the company information and charging infrastructure projects from Azardio, visit their website: www.azardio.io
